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Mark Zuckerberg Criticized for $400M Donations Influencing Biden's 2020 Election Win

Aug 30, 2024, 02:44 PM

Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Facebook, is facing criticism for claiming he was unaware that the $400 million spent by his wife, Priscilla Chan, during the 2020 election influenced the outcome in favor of Joe Biden and the Democratic Party. The funds, often referred to as 'Zuck Bucks,' were intended to support fair local elections but were allegedly disproportionately allocated. Zuckerberg, a known Democrat, is being scrutinized for his involvement and the impact of these donations, with some expressing skepticism about his claims of ignorance. Reports also mention a $500 million total expenditure linked to the Center for Tech and Civic Life.